Intel Core i9 12900KS Processor

Intel Core i9 12900KS 3.4GHz (5.5GHz max clock speed), 16 Cores (8 Performance-cores, 8 Efficient-cores), 24 Thread (16 on Performance-cores, 8 on Efficient-cores) CPU, Socket LGA 1700, 30MB SmartCache, 125 W processor base power, BX8071512900KS. Retail box does not include fan, heatsink or thermal paste.

You can find a list of LGA 1700 compatible CPU coolers here.

Features

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Game without limits

An innovative processor architecture paired with Intel’s highest clock speeds yet allow you to maxout your game settings while secondary apps run uninterrupted in the background.

Unlocked and overclockable

Divide and conquer

Intel’s new performance hybrid architecture integrates two core families into a single CPU, keeping everything in your gaming universe running smoothly.

Intel Thread Director
Prioritizes and manages workloads, sending tasks to the best core for the job.

8 Performance-cores
P-cores are built for performance across single and lightly-threaded workloads, enhancing activities like gaming and productivity.

8 Efficient-cores
E-cores are optimized for multi-threaded performance, minimizing interruptions from secondary tasks.

Performance beyond the cores

The new processor architecture is also compatible with the latest platform innovations, giving you performance improvements throughout your PC.

Ready for what's next
Support for PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5 for high-performance components like memory and graphics.

Best-in-class connectivity
Thunderbolt™ 4 and Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 6/6E (Gig+) deliver fast transfer speeds and connections to peripherals.

Streamlined overclocking
Separate overclocking controls for both types of cores gives you nuanced personalization.